He leads me beside quiet waters,
He restores my soul.
Psalm 23: 2&3
When You make me rest beside a peaceful stream
My soul is restored, my strength is renewed
When You shepherd me
- Brian Doerksen
The Shack - William P. Young
"If you couldn't take care of Missy, how can I trust you to take care of me?" There, he'd said it - the question that had tormented him every day of The Great Sadness.
"Mackenzie, I know that your heart is full of pain and anger and a lot of confusion. Together, you and I, we'll get around to some of that while you're here. But I also want you to know that there is more going on that you could imagine or understand, even if I told you. As much as you are able, rest in what trust you have in me, not matter how small, okay?"
"Jesus?" he whispered as his voice choked. "I feel so lost."
A hand reached out and squeezed his, and didn't let go. "I know, Mack. But it's not true. I am with you and I'm not lost. I'm sorry it feels that way, but hear me clearly. You are not lost."
The last 10 days have been filled with a penetrating warmth. The warmth of the Mexican sun, the warmth of God-trusting friendships, and the warmth of truth and promises. This warmth created spaces of rest. May His warmth continue to strengthen and restore my soul, our souls.
He guides me in paths of righteousness for His name's sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.
Psalm 23: 3&4
18 comments:
Oh that Saskatchewan would have the same warmth of sunshine, but I can promise it will have warm hearts and lots of slobbery, warm kisses.
Love you Rosabella, can't wait to see you!
Thankful that you could rest!
Amen Rosanna! Still praying for you everyday.
i'm glad you had the chance to get away for a while; we continue to pray that He will continue to restore your soul.
So glad that you were able to enjoy friends and sunshine in Mexico! But I'm also glad to have you back here in Abby:).
I am in the middle of reading the same book. It is quite a powerful book. I too hope that this time away provides opportunity for you to rest, strengthen and renew.
Wow, I love the promises God has given you. May He continue to speak and may you continue to cling to His promises.
me alegra mucho que hayas disfrutado tu tiempo con nuestros amigos en Mexico, un abrazo grande para ti, aun quiero verte, si tu quieres por favor dime. Solo tengo tres semanas mas aqui, Un beso grande Te quiero mucho.
Just got back from Chai tonight - wishing you could still be here to have joined us. sleep tight my friend. love you!
Love you Rose!!!
Rosanna, thank you for allowing us to walk, sit, laugh, cry and talk together with you. Kenia says thanks for the note. We love you querida Rosanna.
Our prayers continue on...
LOVE JOAN
I have been reading The Shack as well and was right at the point you quoted earlier this evening. I thought of you as I read and prayed for you, and others in pain. Wish I was in Mexico (or somewhere hot) too, c'est la vie. Soak it all in and rest.
Lois G.
The escape to Mexico sounds like it lifted your spirits and refreshed your soul. Blessings to you today, Rosanna.
Thanking God for the warmth and rest you experienced. I am thinking of you often, Rosanna.
Hi, I have been following your journey for awhile now and to say that I have been moved would be an understatement. I've never said anything before because my words seems quite useless but I wanted to this time... A while ago a friend of mine gave me 'the shack' and told me I should read it, I never did and had left it sitting on the shelf for weeks. I read this post though last saturday and seeing how it spoke to you felt I should pick it up. I finished it the same day and can't tell you how it has impacted me. My view of God has been transformed, and I can't tell you how long I have needed to hear some of the things in that book. It is no understatement to say that it has radically changed my relationship with God. I have never felt such love and peace in my walk with God. I know that I am one small person who you have never met, but I credit you and your transparency on this blog with changing my walk with Jesus. I never would have read it without you.Thank you.
I went to Bible College with Nate and have read your blog faithfully. You are continually in my prayers. Thank you for your transparency. You are a blessing to many! May God continue to overwhelm you with His love.
Isaiah 43:19, Hosea 2:14.
Rosanna,
Just wanted to let you know that you are often in my thoughts. This afternoon especially you came to mind. May you feel God's love intensely today.
Love and prayers,
Pamela
Hey Rose,
Love ya and thinking of ya.
Hi there
Was so great to see you tonight :) Like i said, I have thought of you daily and will continue to lift you up in prayer. Looking at your blog i see the beautiful Scriptures you are clinging to and pray that you continue to hold on. Listen the the song "Hold On" by Nicole Nordeman-it is infinitely sad and beautiful and true.
The way you turn to God reminds me of my Grandmother's story. I feel bad, i really wanted to give you a copy of the book, but then got nervous or didn't know if you would want it. But on the ride home, i felt like i should give it to you, to read when you feel like you can.
So, if you would like, stop by in the next week or two and i will give you one. I would love to see you again and you can see my crazy boys :) and how much they have grown. Riley is 6 months now, and there is nothing more therapeutic than seeing his toothless, slobbery grin and holding him in your arms.
Love, Kendra
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